Greener transports

The Port of Gothenburg is working on a long-term basis to mitigate the environmental impact of shipping and to contribute to sustainable transport. The major challenge facing us in the future is to achieve our growth ambitions without harming the environment.

The road to greener transport can be reached through collaboration with our customers. We offer a whole range of alternatives for shipping companies, freight owners and carriers that are seeking to achieve a more sustainable logistics system.

Rail shuttles reduce carbon dioxide

A growing number of companies are choosing rail to transport freight to and from the Port of Gothenburg. There are numerous benefits to be gained from such a move. Rail transport is cost-effective, reduces...

Liquefied natural gas - the marine fuel of the future

The Port of Gothenburg is working actively to promote the use of liquefied natural gas, LNG, as a marine fuel. There are considerable environmental gains to be made from using LNG in shipping. Sulphur and particle emissions are reduced to almost zero and nitrogen emissions are reduced by 85-90 per cent.

Onshore power supply for vessels

Providing an onshore power supply for vessels at berth can result in significant environmental gains. Carbon dioxide emissions decrease substantially and emissions of sulphur dioxide and nitric oxide are...